Tuesday, August 31, 2010

start-of-semester tips: equipment and licenses

A great semester starts with great preparation!

    prepare laptops for in-class use

    update TypeWell (for free!)

    why is my license renewal period short this time?

    disable tap-to-click

    getting a charge out of life

    switching between peer-to-peer linking and WiFi

    roller bags with sturdy wheels

    transcriber essentials: 3-prong extension cords

    transcriber essentials: plug adapters and extension cords

    transcriber essentials: lunch . . . and lunch money

Posted by Kyp at 4:37 PM
Labels: equipment, professional development, resources for transcribers, software features, training/transition to classroom

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